webcam

or Web·cam

[ web-kam ]

noun

1. a digital camera whose images are transmitted, often in real time, over the World Wide Web.

webcam

/ ˈwɛbˌkæm /

noun

1. a camera that transmits still or moving images over the internet

Word History and Origins

Origin of webcam¹

First recorded in 1990–95; (World Wide) Web + cam(era)

Example Sentences

As a student, Harbisson had met Plymouth University cybernetics expert Adam Montandon, who enabled him to "hear" colour using headphones, a webcam and laptop - transforming light waves into sounds.

From BBC

As the Bridge fire swept through mountain communities Tuesday night, Mountain High’s webcam showed a dramatic scene: Flames cutting through ski lifts at the well-known ski resort.

From Los Angeles Times

You can also watch the flower’s progress on a live webcam and daily growth chart.

From Los Angeles Times

Romania has one of the largest webcam industries in the world, with over half a million employees in the sector.

From BBC

Yet as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, a great many businesses and organisations were forced to move their meetings online back in 2020, with everyone sat in front of a webcam.

From BBC